STINK UP Synonyms: 5 Similar and Opposite Words

stink up

verb

Definition of stink up

as in to deodorize

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Recent Examples of stink up Two winless teams battling to avoid the AFC East basement are slated to stink up ESPN’s premium Monday night time slot. — Kevin Cusick, Twin Cities, 26 Sep. 2025 Best Diaper Pail No parent wants their baby’s dirty diapers to stink up their house. — Laura Lu, Parents, 22 May 2025 In the Clippers’ 111-105 victory over the Denver Nuggets at Intuit Dome, Harden looked nothing like the player with a reputation for stinking up arenas at this stage of the season. — Dylan Hernández, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2025 Some anglers believe stinking up their lures is always an advantage, while others rarely (if ever) lean on these products. — Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 19 Jan. 2023 See All Example Sentences for stink up

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deodorize

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Vinegar can clean, deodorize, and break down tough build-ups without harsh chemicals.

— Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 18 Aug. 2026
Baking soda works well against grease spots on the stovetop and can help keep your garbage disposals clear and deodorized.

— Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of deodorize

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